For the 2025 school year, there are 16 public schools serving 2,964 students in 98405, WA (there are , serving 1,958 private students). 60% of all K-12 students in 98405, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 98405, WA are Tcc Fresh Start, The School At Pearl Youth Residence and Special Services. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98405 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Washington public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98405, WA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98405, WA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Tcc Fresh Start
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: ≥90% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
601 S 8th St
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-1033
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-1033
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
The School At Pearl Youth Residence
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
815 South Pearl Street
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 396-5937
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 396-5937
Grades: 6-12
| 23 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Special Services
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
601 S. 8th Street
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-1224
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-1224
Grades: PK-12
| 11 students
Rank: #44.
Stanley Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1712 S 17th St
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-4500
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-4500
Grades: PK-5
| 326 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Bryant Montessori Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
717 S. Grant Ave
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-2800
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-2800
Grades: 6-8
| 132 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Bryant Montessori School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
717 S Grant Ave
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-2800
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-2800
Grades: PK-5
| 266 students
Rank: #77.
Delong Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4901 S 14 St St
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-5800
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-5800
Grades: PK-5
| 367 students
Rank: #88.
Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1402 S Lawrence St
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-1400
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-1400
Grades: PK-5
| 296 students
Rank: #99.
Foss High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2112 S Tyler St
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-7300
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-7300
Grades: 9-12
| 580 students
Rank: #1010.
Edna Travis Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2111 S J St
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-4900
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-4900
Grades: PK-5
| 356 students
Rank: n/an/a
Alternative Spcl Needs Div Occ
Special Education School
601 S 8th St
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-1040
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-1040
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Bates Technical College - Open Doors
Alternative School
1101 South Yakima Ave.
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 680-7184
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 680-7184
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
1101 South Yakima Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 680-7584
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 680-7584
Grades: 9-12
| 533 students
Rank: n/an/a
Community Based Trans Program
Special Education School
601 S 8th St
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-2603
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-2603
Grades: 12
| 74 students
Rank: n/an/a
Tacoma Business Academy
Alternative School
1101 South Yakima, C/o John Pa
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-1126
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-1126
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
930 Tacoma Ave S, C/o Miguel V
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-1032
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-1032
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
98405, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Northwest School Of Innovative Learning (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1321 Martin Luter King Way
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 945-2000
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 945-2000
Grades: 9
| 1 students
1818 Tacoma Ave S
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-3273
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-3273
Grades: 9-12
| 196 students
Soar Ale School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2136 Martin Luther King Jr Way
Tacoma, WA 98405
(509) 258-4534
Tacoma, WA 98405
(509) 258-4534
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 98405, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 98405, WA include Tcc Fresh Start, The School At Pearl Youth Residence and Special Services.
How many public schools are located in 98405?
16 public schools are located in 98405.
What percentage of students in 98405 go to public school?
60% of all K-12 students in 98405 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98405?
98405 public schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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